Dedicated to Lionel Hampton, this straight ahead rhythm changes chart hints at Hamp’s signature tune “Flying Home.” Just like Lester Young often referred to everyone as Lady xxx, Hamp called everyone “Gates.” Two solo separate sections for vibes or piano and trumpet can be opened up for more soloists. The chart also briefly features drums […]
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Ease It!
August 22, 2009 – 3:28 pm
Based on the Paul Chambers/Cannonball Adderley blues head, this charts is arranged in a style reminiscent of Gil Evans’ imaginative early orchestrations. Solo sections for bass and just about any other instrument abound. Solo backgrounds help to propel things forward to an exciting shout chorus. Alto doubles on flute. This chart challenges your bassist to […]
Rapsodie for Saxophone (arr. for quartet)
May 27, 2009 – 2:48 am
Greg Knapp’s stunning transcription and arrangement of Claude Debussy’s work composed for saxophone soloist and orchestra is far more exciting than the original, often criticized as an uninspired effort. This arrangement was informed by original orchestral recordings and the unorchestrated piano/soloist score. The orchestral reduction that includes significant soloist passages pushes the skills of the […]
Unknown Soldiers Album Notes
April 11, 2009 – 10:31 pm
Liner Notes: if Anyone is interested in more details about the pieces and personnel. As the title of this recording implies, except for a few of our guests, most of us involved in this recording are relatively unknown. We can’t be found in the Grove Dictionary of Jazz and may never have our efforts recognized […]
Carol Morgan
March 1, 2009 – 3:31 pm
Carol is a jazz trumpeter (and noted flugelhornist) on faculty of San Jacinto College North. She is a Juilliard graduate who has had many remarkable teachers including Chris Gekker, Mark Gould, Ingrid Jensen, and Dennis Dotson. She currently performs with DIVA and her own trio. She currently resides in Philadelphia, PA. Visit her web site […]
John Fedchock
February 28, 2009 – 2:45 pm
John Fedchock is a fabulous trombonist, composer/arranger and dedicated jazz educator. He also accepts commissions and takes it seriously! You’ll get your moneies worth with John whether you use him as a gues artist, composer/arranger, or educator.
Black Bottom Stomp
February 22, 2009 – 9:46 pm
This challenging arrangement by Rick Lawn is featured on the Nova Saxophone Quartet’s recording Double Image. Follow the link to audition and excerpt of this recording or purchase the entire album. This arrangement is based, note for note, on the original Jelly Roll Morton Red Hot Peppers recording including Rick’s orchestration of the banjo solo […]
Quartet in C Minor by G. W. Knapp
February 22, 2009 – 9:36 pm
Featured on the Nova Saxophone Quartet’s Double Image recording, this challenging four movement quartet for SATB is available EXCLUSIVELY FROM RICK LAWN.COM! But please be patient as we prepare the score and parts for purchase. If you are in a hurry email me! Instrumentation: SATB Listen to samples of each movement or purchase the entire […]
Paul Baker
February 22, 2009 – 3:10 pm
Paul is an old friend and section mate from my days in Austin, TX. He is a fine big band writer and, like me, is making some of his music and services available through his own web site – Bakers Jazz and More. Paul is the real deal, having graduated from NTSU and performed/recorded with […]
Mike Holober
February 22, 2009 – 3:02 pm
One of the most exciting new writers of jazz orchestra music for an exceptional NYC band of soloists. Check out Mike Holober, and his recordings are available on iTunes! www.mikeholober.com